Without using one..... the center 3-5 ft of your cut hay does not get raked, so the sun and air can cure it. Ken Sweet
i have had a 8 wheel rake for at least 15 years.the only problem i have had is the baler not picking up the hay that does not get raked.i end up running the baler pickup lower.i got a new rake this year and thought about adding a center wheel.my dealer does not recommend one.he said that they plug up easier ,make a uneven windrow and does not rake it all any way.no one uses one around me,what do you think?
i guess your in agreement that they are not worth much.i was hoping for a different answer from someone who actually used one since i have not.